Jamaica, Land We Love

Jamaica, Land We Love

National anthem anthem of  Jamaica

Lyrics Hugh Sherlock, 1962
Music Robert Lightbourne, 1962
Adopted 1962

Music sample
Jamaica, Land We Love (Instrumental)

"Jamaica, Land We Love" is the official national anthem of Jamaica. The words were written by Hugh Sherlock and the music was composed by Robert Lightbourne and arranged by Mapletoft Poulle and Christine Alison Poulle.[1][2]

Lyrics

Eternal Father bless our land
Guard us with Thy mighty hand
Keep us free from evil powers
Be our light through countless hours
To our leaders, Great Defender,
Grant true wisdom from above
Justice, truth be ours forever
Jamaica, land we love
Jamaica, Jamaica, Jamaica, land we love.
Teach us true respect for all
Stir response to duty's call
Strengthen us the weak to cherish
Give us vision lest we perish
Knowledge send us, Heavenly Father,
Grant true wisdom from above
Justice, truth be ours forever
Jamaica, land we love
Jamaica, Jamaica, Jamaica, land we love.

References

  1. ↑ Budd, Janice (28 August 2011). "The forgotten woman". Jamaica Observer. Retrieved 3 November 2013.
  2. ↑ Douglas, Luke (18 October 2011). "National Anthem co-authors finally have their day". Jamaica Observer. Retrieved 3 November 2013.

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